This is a classic Filipino recipe for lumpia, or fried spring rolls. These rolls are made using paper-thin lumpia wrappers and filled with a delicious mix of ground pork, cabbage, and other vegetables. Enjoy lumpia as a side dish or appetizer, paired with a sweet chili dipping sauce.

Ingredients:

1 lb ground pork (or beef)
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup chopped water chestnuts
½ cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Lumpia wrappers
Vegetable oil for frying

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a large bowl, combine ground meat, carrots, water chestnuts, green onions, soy sauce, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
Place a tablespoon of the mixture into each Lumpia wrapper and roll tightly, sealing the edge with a bit of water.
Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the Lumpia until golden brown, draining on paper towels.

NOTES:

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground meat with tofu or additional vegetables.
Lumpia can be frozen before frying for later use.